GRE Word List

PROPONENT

one who argues in favor of something : advocate

The meaning of the word proponent is one who argues in favor of something : advocate.

Random words

WordMeaning
problematicposing a problem : difficult to solve or decide
lubricateto make smooth or slippery
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
monetaryof or relating to money or to the mechanisms by which it is supplied to and circulates in the economy
pandemicoccurring over a wide geographic area (such as multiple countries or continents) and typically affecting a significant proportion of the population
autonomoushaving the right or power of self-government
dilateto become enlarged or widened
unequivocalleaving no doubt : clear
lamentto mourn aloud : wail
sentientresponsive to or conscious of sense impressions